Summary of the contracting process

Oldham Council is initiating a tender process for the provision of a SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS), targeting the health and social work services sector. This tender aims to commission a service that offers free, impartial, and confidential information, advice and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and their parents or carers, covering areas related to education, health, and social care. The tender is at the active stage with an open procurement method. Prospective bidders need to submit their tenders electronically by 12:00 on 24 October 2024, with the contract expected to commence on 1 April 2025 and conclude by 31 March 2032, although there is an option for an extension up to 7 years. The contract is valued at £805,000 for the full term, and includes important key performance indicators and outcomes that must be met.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those with experience in advocacy and support for special needs populations. Organisations that can deliver a high-quality, client-centred approach to supporting young people and their families will find this an excellent opportunity for growth. The contract offers a sizeable and stable funding source for the duration of up to seven years, promoting business stability and enabling further development in service provision. Ideal candidates for this tender are those who can assure compliance with the outlined KPIs and outcomes, promoting independence and self-advocacy among the service users.

Tender

SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

OLDHAM COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

23rd September 2024 16:49:14 PM

Tender Deadline

24th October 2024 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

The Children and Families Act 2014 requires Local Authorities to arrange for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) for whom they are responsible, and their parents/carers. Oldham are seeking to commission a SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) to provide free, impartial, confidential and accurate information, advice and support about education, health and social care for children, young people aged 0-25 and their parents on matters relating to special educational needs and disability. The provision of information, advice, and support should help to promote independence and self-advocacy for children, young people and parents. Oldham are seeking to work with a lead provider who will deliver a high-quality service that provides advocacy support for individual children, young people, and parents that empowers them to express their views and wishes and helps them to understand and exercise their rights in all SEND matters. The provider must meet all KPI’s and outcomes outlined within the specification.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-049d1e

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

85000000

CPV Division(s)

85 - Health and social work services
Awarding Authority

OLDHAM COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Mr James England

Buyer Email

James.England@Oldham.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1617702039

Buyer Address

Civic Centre, Level 11, West Street,

Oldham

OL1 1UT

United Kingdom

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SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

OLDHAM COUNCIL

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